Highlights from CAPA Membership Presentation

Aug 8, 2024

Welcome to CAPA Presentation

Introductions

  • Olivia von Tempo: Vice President of Membership, from Atlanta, Georgia.
  • Macy Johnson: President, from Fort Worth, Texas.
  • Amy Yambrick: Primary Chair, from Tennessee.

Personal Experiences

  • Macy Johnson:
    • Felt at home and able to express herself at CAPA.
    • Got involved in the executive committee during her freshman year.
    • Enjoys building relationships and leading the chapter.
  • Olivia von Tempo:
    • First recruitment experience was welcoming and authentic.
    • Recalls a significant event where she felt extremely welcomed despite adverse weather conditions.

Events and Philanthropy

  • Sapphire Ball Date Night:
    • Members wore black, white, and blue dresses.
    • Special gifts given to seniors.
  • 5K for Cappy Event:
    • In honor of Captain Williams, a past member who passed away from bone cancer in 2020.
    • Involves several chapters and community members.

Values and Recognition

  • Upholds values of friendship, leadership, and scholarship.
  • Weekly recognition of members who embody these values.

Member Spotlights

  • Maddie Mertens: Sports photographer, supported by CAPA in her professional endeavors.
  • Savannah Serafini: Small business owner of "For the Shell of It," supported by CAPA in her business journey.
  • Anna Kate Black: Field hockey player, supported by CAPA friends in sports and personal life.
  • Kendall Stevens: Cheerleader, found support in balancing sorority and cheer commitments.

Leadership and Advice

  • Primary Recruitment Chair (Anna Kate Black): Encourages making meaningful relationships and feeling comfortable.
  • Advice for Recruitment:
    • Be confident, be yourself.
    • Members understand the nerve-wracking nature of recruitment.
    • Be open-minded and trust your gut.
    • Find the house that feels most like home.

Closing

  • Excitement for meeting new members and looking forward to August.